Who was Qu Yuan?
A Chinese poet, scholar and politician.
Which 2 items did the fishermen throw into the river to save Qu Yuan?
Zongzi (stick rice dumplings) & Realgar Wine
What is the name of the river from Qu Yuan' story?
Miluo River
Why do people traditionally hang plants on doors during Dragon Boat Festival?
To protect against evil spirits, insects and disease.
When is the Dragon Boat Festival on the lunar calendar?
5th day of the 5th lunar month.
At what time do people participate in 'egg balancing' during Dragon Boat Festival day?
Egg standing at 12 o'clock.
Who/what is at the front of the Dragon Boat during races?
A drum/ the drum player
What was the name of the kingdom in which Qu Yuan lived?
The kingdom of Chu.
What is the significance of racing dragon boats during the festival?
To commemorate the search for Qu Yuan.
Other than China which countries celebrate the Dragon Boat Festival? Name 3.
Hong Kong, Taiwan, Singapore, Malaysia, Vietnam, South Korea, Japan, Philippines and parts of the UK & USA.
Which plant is traditionally associated with dispelling evil during the festival?
Mugwort.
In whose honor is the Dragon Boat Festival celebrated?
Qu Yuan.
How do Chinese communities outside of Asia typically celebrate Dragon Boat Festival?
By organizing cultural festivals and dragon boat races in local communities.
How did Qu Yuan die?
Drowned himself in protest against corruption.
Why do people balance eggs during the Dragon Boat Festival?
Standing eggs have absorbed 'yang energy' so they bring good luck.
Why was Qu Yuan banished from his homeland?
Because jealous officials spread bad rumours about him to the King.
When is/was the Dragon Boat Festival this year (2024)?
June 10th.
How many rowers are typically in a dragon boat?
between 10 and 22 rowers
Why are the boats 'Dragon themed'?
Dragons are thought to conrtol rainfall and the protect the rivers. This is imprtant for farmers and fisherman in the South of China
Which part of China mostly participates in Dragon Boat Racing?
The South
What do people eat during the Dragon Boat Festival?
Zongzi (sticky rice dumplings)
What kinds of fillings can zongzi have? Name 3.
Meat, nuts, dries fruit and sweet pastes
What do children wear to fight off evil spirits and diseases?
Wear perfumed sachets and coloured silk braids on their wrists.
What are some traditional colors of dragon boats?
Red and green
Name 3 animals and the body parts that make up a Chinese dragon.
a stag's horns, a camel's head, a cow's ears, a rabbit's eyes, a snake's neck/body, a clam's belly, a carp's scales, an eagle's claws, and a tiger's soles.
What is put inside these?
aromatic herbs